Raw Bole Armenian Pigment from Japan
Bole Armenian is a soft red clay earth color rich in iron oxide and silica, traditionally used as a pigment base and in medicines. Classified under HTS 2530.90.8015 for natural earth colors below chemical purity thresholds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Historical use declarations help vs. modern cosmetic/medicament exclusions
• Ensure no purification steps that elevate iron content over 70%
• Label clearly as 'mineral earth' not 'pharmaceutical grade'